The Metropolitan Museum of Art

More metropolitan than artistic.

I spent most of my time in the Egyptian section. I'll have to visit several more times to see the greater part of what is on display.

Lunch with the Team

Just like the good old days.

Work and Play

Work has been interesting. So far I've been working with software I've never used to solve problems I've never encountered (designing piles to support a mat foundation), but I've been amazed how quickly I've caught on. It helps that we're doing schematic design, which is the first part of the design process, and means that everything we do now will be reworked in more detail later.

Today I visited the New York Public Library, best known for its lions:

Now, for a limited time, also available in Lego®

The Gutenberg Bible, on display.

Audubon's Birds of America

You may notice a lack of bookshelves in these photos. This was representative of the library as a whole. Finding this situation somewhat funny, I inquired of the receptionist as to the location of said books. She very patiently explained that this was a reference library and that computers were available on the third floor. Ah me. I'll have to look somewhere less notable.

Day 1, finis!

It was probably a typical first day at work. Paperwork and introductions all morning; overviews of projects and building codes all afternoon. But it seems they will expect a lot from me - they have a project on hand, and want me jump right in. I'll be working on a 32-story office building/shopping mall combination in Baku, Azerbaijan, a high seismic and wind region - and an area where they use the metric system!

Update

I just received my diploma for a M.Eng. in Structural Engineering in the mail, and am preparing to move to NYC for a job at a prestigious engineering firm, starting Monday! I don't know what else to say. This is a transition which is 'common to man', but it is a 'new thing' for me.

Sanctification

2 Peter 1 describes the working out of salvation, or the steps of sanctification in one's life.

By diligence, faith -> moral excellence -> knowledge -> self-control -> perseverance -> godliness -> brotherly kindness -> love.

It seems to me I'm stuck on perseverance. I guess that makes sense, but I'm not content. I have a long way to go.